Chamblee
Personal Injury Lawyer

After an accident, it is critical that you get medical attention and speak to a personal injury lawyer in Chamblee, GA. Even if you are dealing with your insurance company, it is advisable to have a legal opinion. No insurance company is your friend, even the one you pay your hard-earned money to. 

Start with an initial consultation with John Foy & Associates.

Our Practice Areas 

Personal injury law encompasses a range of topics, and with John Foy & Associates representing clients for 25 years, we have seen it all. Our practice areas include:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents 
• Slip and fall injuries
• Workers’ compensation 
• Dog bites
• Motorcycle accidents
• Wrongful death 

We focus on these primary practice areas, but there are several others. Do not be deterred if you do not see your situation on this list. Our Chamblee personal injury lawyer can review your case and determine if we can help you get the justice you deserve after someone is negligent. 

Do Not Settle with the Insurance Company

The insurance company is not your friend, and they are not on your side. You believe that because you pay your premium every month or year, the insurance company will hand over the money you need to recover from an accident. 

However, they will pretend to be looking out for you by offering you a quick settlement. They want you to complete this paperwork and get your check before you know the extent of your injuries. This is a ruse to get you to sign documents and not take further action. 

Even the most educated and knowledgeable person can be vulnerable to the insurance company. Taking it further, you should refrain from talking to the insurance company without a lawyer. 

Telling the truth is critical, but the insurance company will twist that truth to benefit them. They will find any statement they can use to lower your claim and close your case. After you accept an offer, there is no going back. 

Steps in the Personal Injury Process 

Most injury victims have no experience with the law, and while you do not need an extensive explanation, it is beneficial to know the general steps of the claims process. The steps do not have to happen in order since various factors can alter the course of your case. Essentially the personal injury process will consist of the following:

The Initial Consultation 

This is the first thing you will do after an injury. You must do some research and find a law firm that you are comfortable with. While conducting your research, you will schedule a consultation. 

Some clients will schedule two or three consultations to gauge how well they feel with different Chamblee personal injury lawyers. During the case evaluation, we will determine if you should move forward and give you a preliminary idea of what to expect. 

Filing an Insurance Claim 

After you choose a law firm, the process will begin. John Foy & Associates will get to work filing an insurance claim, conducting investigations, and preserving evidence. We will not settle your case until we know the severity of your injuries. 

Insurance companies will try to settle quickly because they know that the more treatment you get, the higher your claim. If a reasonable offer does come, this is the only step you worry about.

Heading to Litigation 

When the insurance company doesn’t want to settle for your case worth, they give us no choice but to enter the mitigation phase. Here we will file a lawsuit with the state and begin the discovery process. Litigation means both sides are preparing for trial, but negotiation will be ongoing. 

Utilizing Mediation

Mediation involves both sides and an unbiased party sitting down to continue negotiating. During the litigation process, when enough discovery has been conducted and negotiations are proving futile, a third party will step in. The third party will point out the advantages and disadvantages each side has and would face if they go to trial. 

Many cases end here. Discovery and negotiations will continue after mediation if you do not settle.

Civil Trial 

While unlikely, it is possible that your case can go to trial. A trial date is set, and both sides will prepare to argue their case. 

The trial will consist of opening statements, examination, discovery presentation, cross-examination, closing statements, and deliberation. The outcome will depend on the judge or jury. 

That is the personal injury process in a nutshell. Your Chamblee personal injury attorney will keep you abreast of the process and how it relates to you. You will always have a choice, and we are here to guide you. 

Damages You Can Recover 

A significant factor in your injury claim is your losses, which will likely stem from your injuries. Recovering adequate compensation is vital to your future. These medical bills and other losses will add up over time. 

The accident wasn’t your fault. You should not be left to pay for someone else’s decision. A personal injury attorney in Chamblee, GA, will review the facts, determine negligence and calculate losses. 

Some of the damages that can be awarded for your injury include:

• Treatment costs 
• Estimated future medical costs 
• Repair and replacement costs
• Lost wages for time away from work
• Reduction in earning capacity if you take a lower-paying job or cannot return to your previous capacity
• Pain and suffering 

Wrongful death falls under the personal injury umbrella. Wrongful death cases will have different losses that families can request. Some damages include funeral expenses, loss of guidance and companionship, and household services. 

Get the Strong Arm on Your Side Today

John Foy & Associates have fought for injury victims for 25 years and won over $1 billion for injured Georgians. After an injury, you are likely experiencing pain and discomfort, and medical bills are starting to come in. 

Many victims assume the insurance company will handle everything for them. However, that is rarely the case. When Chamblee residents suffer injuries, they come to us so we can find solutions for them. 

We will fight using our Strong Arm approach for a fair settlement. Call the office of John Foy & Associates today.